For many, that’s all they’ll need to know to get
excited about this car.

Tesla confirmed its plans for the Model 3 last
July in an
Auto Express report, which described the car as a smaller car
designed to tackle BMW’s 3 series.

The Model 3 will be 20% smaller than the Model
S, and it will be able to travel in excess of 200 miles on a
single charge. It will be unveiled in 2016, with sales beginning
in 2017.

Tesla has given auto enthusiasts plenty to be
excited about over the last few years. Last year, in particular,
Tesla introduced major upgrades to its
Model S and
Roadster designs, so it will be interesting to see the next
design coming out of Tesla’s headquarters in Palo Alto,
Calif.